Canon G9 X II vs Sony HX50V

In this article, we are comparing the Canon G9 X II vs Sony HX50V, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Sony. The resolution of the G9 X II (20MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is fairly comparable but the G9 X II (1") and HX50V (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizes.

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The G9 X II was unveiled 3 years after the HX50V which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the G9 X II matches up versus the HX50V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The full galleries are available at Canon G9 X II Gallery & Sony HX50V Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon G9 X II has external dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sony HX50V has proportions of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the G9 X II compared to the HX50V.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G9 X II and HX50V is 92 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes just by checking out a spec sheet. The image below will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 X II and HX50V.

As you can see, each of the cameras offer the same exact megapixels but different sensor sizes. The G9 X II has the larger sensor which should make obtaining bokeh less difficult. The younger G9 X II should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.